Salmonella enterica subsp. Livingstone in rucola from Italy
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- Salmonella Livingstone - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Italy
- Notifier
- Slovakia
What is this? A type of harmful bacteria called Salmonella Livingstone was found in rucola (also called arugula) from Italy.
What's happening? Slovakia found this bacteria in rucola and issued a warning. The problem has been fixed.
Does this affect me? If you ate rucola from Italy recently, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Throw away any leftover rucola from Italy. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: Salmonella Livingstone - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: Slovakia
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